Red Star Yang HPBC015010 Precision Aluminum Optical Breadboard

Overview

The Red Star Yang HPBC015010 is a precision-engineered aluminum optical breadboard designed for stability-critical optical prototyping, alignment, and compact optomechanical assembly. Constructed from aerospace-grade 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, the board delivers an optimal balance of rigidity, thermal stability, and machinability—essential for minimizing drift and maintaining alignment integrity in laboratory and industrial optical setups. Its black anodized surface provides uniform matte finish with low reflectivity (<2% specular reflectance at 532–1064 nm), significantly reducing stray light interference in laser-based and interferometric applications. Unlike steel or granite platforms, this lightweight yet dimensionally stable breadboard enables rapid reconfiguration without compromising mechanical resonance performance—making it especially suitable for benchtop optics, educational labs, OEM subsystem integration, and portable measurement systems.

Key Features

• High-strength 6061-T6 aluminum substrate with controlled grain structure and certified tensile yield strength ≥276 MPa
• Uniform black anodization (Type II, 15–20 µm thickness) offering corrosion resistance and consistent optical absorption across visible to near-IR spectrum
• Dense 25 × 25 mm orthogonal grid of through-threaded M6 holes—enabling flexible, multi-axis component mounting from top or bottom side
• Five precision-machined countersunk M6 mounting holes: four positioned 25 mm inward from each corner, plus one centered for enhanced load distribution under mid-span loading conditions
• Flatness tolerance ≤±15 µm over full surface (verified via coordinate measuring machine per ISO 1101)
• Thermal expansion coefficient of 23.6 × 10⁻⁶ /°C ensures minimal dimensional shift during ambient temperature fluctuations typical in non-climate-controlled labs

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The HPBC015010 is compatible with standard optomechanical components including kinematic mounts, post holders, lens tubes, translation stages, and fiber launch assemblies—provided they utilize M6 threading or adaptors. Its surface geometry conforms to international breadboard interoperability conventions defined in ISO 10110-7 (optical element mounting interfaces) and ANSI/OEOSC OP1.002 (optomechanical interface standards). All manufacturing processes are conducted under ISO 9001:2015 quality management system certification. While not classified as medical or regulated instrumentation, the platform supports GLP-compliant experimental workflows when integrated into validated optical test benches—for example, in laser cavity alignment, spectrometer calibration rigs, or OCT reference arm assemblies.

Software & Data Management

As a passive mechanical platform, the HPBC015010 requires no embedded firmware, drivers, or software. However, its dimensional consistency and repeatable hole pattern make it fully compatible with CAD-integrated optical design workflows—including Zemax OpticStudio, Thorlabs Kinesis configuration files, and SolidWorks Toolbox libraries. Engineers may import native STEP or IGES models (available upon request) for virtual prototyping and tolerance stack-up analysis. Traceable metrology data—including flatness maps, surface roughness (Ra < 0.8 µm), and hardness (HB 95–105)—are archived per batch and available for audit upon order confirmation.

Applications

• Benchtop laser alignment and beam path construction in teaching laboratories and R&D environments
• Modular optical subsystem integration for OEM instrumentation (e.g., fluorescence microscopes, confocal scanners, portable LIDAR receivers)
• Vibration-isolated sub-platforms when paired with passive rubber isolators or active pneumatic tables
• Stable base for compact optical enclosures, environmental chamber inserts, or vacuum-compatible optical mounts (with appropriate hardware)
• Foundation for automated optical inspection fixtures requiring precise repeatability and thermal predictability

FAQ

Is the HPBC015010 suitable for vacuum environments?
Yes—when used with stainless steel or titanium M6 fasteners and properly degassed, the anodized 6061-T6 substrate meets outgassing requirements per ASTM E595 for low-earth-orbit compatible hardware.
Can I mount components on both sides of the breadboard?
Yes—the M6 threaded holes extend fully through the 13 mm thickness, permitting bidirectional mounting using socket head cap screws or shoulder bolts.
What is the maximum static load capacity at the center point?
Under uniformly distributed loading, the board supports up to 12 kg without permanent deformation; for point loads at the central countersink, limit to ≤4.5 kg to maintain flatness within ±20 µm.
Are custom hole patterns or cutouts available?
Red Star Yang offers OEM machining services—including non-standard thread types (M4, UNC #10), tapped blind holes, and precision cutouts—subject to minimum order quantity and NDA agreement.
Does the product include mounting hardware?
No—M6 socket head cap screws, washers, and locking nuts must be sourced separately to match application-specific torque and corrosion requirements.